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Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022

12/30/2022, 4:18 AM

Summary of Bill HR 6693

Bill 117 HR 6693, also known as the Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to allow asylum seekers who are waiting for a decision on their asylum application to obtain work authorization in the United States.

The bill aims to address the issue of asylum seekers being unable to work legally while their asylum applications are pending, which can lead to financial hardship and reliance on government assistance. By granting work authorization to asylum seekers, the bill seeks to empower individuals to support themselves and contribute to the economy while they await a decision on their asylum status.

If passed, the Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022 would provide asylum seekers with the opportunity to apply for a work permit, allowing them to seek employment in the United States. This would not only benefit asylum seekers by providing them with the means to support themselves and their families, but it would also benefit the economy by increasing the labor force and tax revenue. Overall, the Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022 aims to address the challenges faced by asylum seekers in the United States and provide them with the opportunity to work legally while their asylum applications are being processed. This bill is currently under consideration in Congress and has the potential to have a positive impact on both asylum seekers and the economy.

Congressional Summary of HR 6693

Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022

This bill directs the Department of Homeland Security to provide employment authorization for eligible asylum applicants. Currently, such individuals are not entitled to employment authorization but may be granted such by the Department of Justice.

Such employment authorization must last for at least two years and be renewable for two-year terms during the period necessary to adjudicate the applicant's asylum claim.

The bill also shortens the waiting period for receiving employment authorization to 30 days from the filing of the asylum application.

Current Status of Bill HR 6693

Bill HR 6693 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since February 9, 2022. Bill HR 6693 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on February 9, 2022.  Bill HR 6693's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Immigration and Citizenship. as of November 1, 2022

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 6693

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
10
Democrat Cosponsors
10
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 6693

Primary Policy Focus

Immigration

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 6693

Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022
To permit aliens seeking asylum to be eligible for employment in the United States, and for other purposes.
Asylum Seeker Work Authorization Act of 2022

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